Additional

This section provides information on the Fast-start Finance (FSF) allocations, whenever such information has been provided by contributing Parties. It also includes detailed data on projects and activities supported by contributing countries. However, the information vary in details as some contributing countries provided detailed information in their submission while other countries only provided samples of projects they supported and referred to their web sites for detailed information.

The information contained under the category "Implementation period" comprises information provided by Parties on the implementation period and/or disbursement period of the specific project or activity.

The study analyzed the Serbian energy market, investigated the potential for renewable energy and described the approval process for projects in the field of renewable energy. The study facilitates entry into this sector by private investors, thereby increasing the share of renewable energy on the Serbian market in the long term.

The study analyzed the Serbian energy market, investigated the potential for renewable energy and described the approval process for projects in the field of renewable energy. The study facilitates entry into this sector by private investors, thereby increasing the share of renewable energy on the Serbian market in the long term.

The overall objective is to suggest a list of action for protection of forest resources, sustaining of carbon deposits in forests and improvement of forest management in order to increase carbon deposits and assure preservation of biodiversity of forest ecosystems despite climate change and land desertification.

The overall objective is to suggest a list of action for protection of forest resources, sustaining of carbon deposits in forests and improvement of forest management in order to increase carbon deposits and assure preservation of biodiversity of forest ecosystems despite climate change and land desertification.

The project aims to train the employees of Geological Survey of Ethiopia (GSE) in the field of engineering geology and hydrogeology in order to introduce new methods of compilation, editing, presentation and practical interpretation of maps of groundwater sources.

The project aims to train the employees of Geological Survey of Ethiopia (GSE) in the field of engineering geology and hydrogeology in order to introduce new methods of compilation, editing, presentation and practical interpretation of maps of groundwater sources.

The project aims to establish cooperation in the field of disaster prevention and preparedness. Main areas of concern are soil erosion and sustainability of water sources and other natural resources. The project should support Ethiopian government in its efforts to improve living conditions of Ethiopian citizens and organizations, with special attention bIrelandng paid to thIrelandr ability to reduce poverty with thIrelandr own powers. This should be achieved by developing capacities in the field of geology, geological risks evaluation and hydrogeology, which will contribute to the protection of environment and sustainable use of natural resources.

Australia has invested A$25 million fast-start funding (of an overall commitment of A$100 million) to support the uptake of clean technology.The CTF has a number of programs which are providing assistance to the Asian region, including programs doubling Indonesia's geothermal power capacity and reducing emissions in the Philippines by 3.7 million tonnes. African countries have also benefited from the CTF, with investments in concentrated solar power (CSP) in the Middle East and North Africa to double worldwide CSP capacity.

A third of France's loan contribution to the Clean Technology Fund, which will be fully disbursed (203Meur) in December 2010. For the purpose of this reporting, it is split over the three years of the fast start period.

Canada is contributing $200 million in fast-start financing to the Clean Technology Fund (CTF) of the Climate Investments Funds (with $100 million delivered in Canada's fical year 2011/12 and $100 million in 2012/13). The Climate Investment Funds are a pair of funds to help developing countries pilot low-emissions and climate-resilient development. Canada was already a leading contributor in the Pilot Program for Climate Resilience (PPCR) of the CIFs, with $100M provided as a grant over 2008/09-2009/10. The CTF promotes scaled-up financing for demonstration, deployment and transfer of low-carbon technologies with significant potential for long-term greenhouse gas emissions savings. Consistent with a decision of the CIF Board, Canada's contribution to the CTF will support the investment plans of projects in Chile, Nigeria and India.

Multilateral Funding Directly Benefiting Jordan, to Which the United States Contributes a Portion: A $112 million investment plan under the Clean Technology Fund (CTF); the United States contributed $230 million to the CTF in 2012.

Multilateral Funding Directly Benefiting Colombia, to Which the United States Contributes a Portion: A $150 million investment plan under the Clean Technology Fund (CTF); the United States contributed $230 million to the CTF in 2012.

Multilateral Funding Directly Benefiting Morocco, to Which the United States Contributes a Portion: A $150 million investment plan under the Clean Technology Fund (CTF), plus an additional $197 million for a regional project; the United States contributed $230 million to the CTF in 2012.

Multilateral Funding Directly Benefiting Algeria, to Which the United States Contributes a Portion: A $160 million investment plan under the Clean Technology Fund (CTF); the United States contributed $230 million to the CTF in 2012.

Among the investments approved by the CTF was for Egypt to continue to partner with the African Development Bank (AfDB), the International Finance Corporation (IFC), and the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) to implement a Clean Technology Fund (CTF) investment plan that uses 300 million in concessional CTF financing to mobilize more than 1.9 billion in total investments in wind power and sustainable urban transportation.

Multilateral Funding Directly Benefiting Tunisia, to Which the United States Contributes a Portion: A $186 million investment plan under the Clean Technology Fund (CTF); the United States contributed $230 million to the CTF in 2012

Multilateral Funding Directly Benefiting Chile, to Which the United States Contributes a Portion: A $200 million investment plan under the Clean Technology Fund (CTF); the United States contributed $230 million to the CTF in 2012.

Supporting scaled-up financing for the demonstration, deployment and transfer of low-carbon technologies: The CTF Trust Fund Committee committed these and other recent contributions to the investment plans of Chile, India and Nigeria. Final disbursements of resources to these and other plans will depend on the roll-out of the CTF project pipeline; Approved to date; Funding: 200.00

Multilateral Funding Directly Benefiting Kazakhstan, to Which the United States Contributes a Portion: A $200 million investment plan under the Clean Technology Fund (CTF); the United States contributed $230 million to the CTF in 2012.

The United States contributed $230 million in FY 2012 to the Clean Technology Fund (CTF), which
helps to catalyze clean energy investments in developing countries with rapidly growing emissions by
promoting energy efficiency in transport, industry and agriculture. The United States contributed $185
million to the CTF in FY 2011 and $300 million in FY 2010.

Multilateral Funding Directly Benefiting Philippines, to Which the United States Contributes a Portion: A $250 million investment plan under the Clean Technology Fund (CTF); the United States contributed $230 million to the CTF in 2012.

Multilateral Funding Directly Benefiting Vietnam, to Which the United States Contributes a Portion: A $250 million investment plan under the Clean Technology Fund (CTF); the United States contributed $230 million to the CTF in 2012.

Multilateral Funding Directly Benefiting Nigeria, to Which the United States Contributes a Portion: A $250 million investment plan under the Clean Technology Fund (CTF); the United States contributed $230 million to the CTF in 2012.

Institutions

Regional Programs Benefiting a Number of Countries, Including Tuvalu: to support training on the preparation of financeable adaptation projects, and
provide assistance for analysis and financial review of selected project proposals through
the Asia-Pacific Climate Change Adaptation Support Facility. The amount provided here does not necessarily reflect the sum total of climate-related financing provided by the U.S. Government to this country.

Regional Programs Benefiting a Number of Countries, Including Vanuatu: to support training on the preparation of financeable adaptation projects, and
provide assistance for analysis and financial review of selected project proposals through
the Asia-Pacific Climate Change Adaptation Support Facility. The amount provided here does not necessarily reflect the sum total of climate-related financing provided by the U.S. Government to this country.

Regional Programs Benefiting a Number of Countries, Including Maldives: to support training on the preparation of financeable adaptation projects, and
provide assistance for analysis and financial review of selected project proposals through
the Asia-Pacific Climate Change Adaptation Support Facility. The amount provided here does not necessarily reflect the sum total of climate-related financing provided by the U.S. Government to this country.

Regional Programs Benefiting a Number of Countries, Including Marshall Islands: to support training on the preparation of financeable adaptation projects, and
provide assistance for analysis and financial review of selected project proposals through
the Asia-Pacific Climate Change Adaptation Support Facility. The amount provided here does not necessarily reflect the sum total of climate-related financing provided by the U.S. Government to this country.

Regional Programs Benefiting a Number of Countries, Including Federated States of Micronesia: to support training on the preparation of financeable adaptation projects, and
provide assistance for analysis and financial review of selected project proposals through
the Asia-Pacific Climate Change Adaptation Support Facility. The amount provided here does not necessarily reflect the sum total of climate-related financing provided by the U.S. Government to this country.

Regional Programs Benefiting a Number of Countries, Including Mongolia: to support training on the preparation of financeable adaptation projects, and
provide assistance for analysis and financial review of selected project proposals through
the Asia-Pacific Climate Change Adaptation Support Facility. The amount provided here does not necessarily reflect the sum total of climate-related financing provided by the U.S. Government to this country.

Regional Programs Benefiting a Number of Countries, Including Nauru: to support training on the preparation of financeable adaptation projects, and
provide assistance for analysis and financial review of selected project proposals through
the Asia-Pacific Climate Change Adaptation Support Facility. The amount provided here does not necessarily reflect the sum total of climate-related financing provided by the U.S. Government to this country.

Regional Programs Benefiting a Number of Countries, Including Nepal: to support training on the preparation of financeable adaptation projects, and
provide assistance for analysis and financial review of selected project proposals through
the Asia-Pacific Climate Change Adaptation Support Facility. The amount provided here does not necessarily reflect the sum total of climate-related financing provided by the U.S. Government to this country.

Regional Programs Benefiting a Number of Countries, Including Niue: to support training on the preparation of financeable adaptation projects, and
provide assistance for analysis and financial review of selected project proposals through
the Asia-Pacific Climate Change Adaptation Support Facility. The amount provided here does not necessarily reflect the sum total of climate-related financing provided by the U.S. Government to this country.

Regional Programs Benefiting a Number of Countries, Including Palau: to support training on the preparation of financeable adaptation projects, and
provide assistance for analysis and financial review of selected project proposals. The amount provided here does not necessarily reflect the sum total of climate-related financing provided by the U.S. Government to this country.

Regional Programs Benefiting a Number of Countries, Including Papua New Guinea: to support training on the preparation of financeable adaptation projects, and
provide assistance for analysis and financial review of selected project proposals through
the Asia-Pacific Climate Change Adaptation Support Facility. The amount provided here does not necessarily reflect the sum total of climate-related financing provided by the U.S. Government to this country.

Catalyzing private investment in climate change projects in low and lowermiddle income countries and small island developing states in Asia: Canadian Climate Fund for the Private Sector in Asia; Approved to date; Funding: 75.00

The Facility provides technical assistance for the development and deployment of clean energy projects that are appropriate to generate certificates under the "Clean Development Mechanism" of the Kyoto Protocol. This includes areas such as capacity development for project developers and sponsors, project identification and screening, support for project preparation, documentation and management of certificates, implementation and verification as well as certification of emission reduction.

The Facility provides technical assistance for the development and deployment of clean energy projects that are appropriate to generate certificates under the "Clean Development Mechanism" of the Kyoto Protocol. This includes areas such as capacity development for project developers and sponsors, project identification and screening, support for project preparation, documentation and management of certificates, implementation and verification as well as certification of emission reduction.

Energy for All is an initiative founded in 2008, which aims to improve access to reliable, affordable and modern energy for the rural poor in Asia . Play off-grid renewable energy sources such as photovoltaics, small hydropower, biogas and improved cooking technologies play a major role. In addition, special attention is given to innovative approaches in the implementation and financing of projects, and to the upscaling of proven approaches.

Energy for All is an initiative founded in 2008, which aims to improve access to reliable, affordable and modern energy for the rural poor in Asia . Play off-grid renewable energy sources such as photovoltaics, small hydropower, biogas and improved cooking technologies play a major role. In addition, special attention is given to innovative approaches in the implementation and financing of projects, and to the upscaling of proven approaches.

Canada's fast-start financing provided to the World Bank BioCarbonplus Fund supports capacity building and technical assistance to BioCarbonplus Fund projects on forests and agriculture. Specifically, BioCarbonplus activities build capacity to facilitate and develop projects that contribute to reduced greenhouse gas emissions, improved quality of life for local communities and strengthened poverty alleviation efforts.

IFAD's Agriculture Smallholder Adaptation Program (ASAP) is a new multi-donor grant co-financing programme that will be used to invest in climate resilience for smallholders. This new program will invest in a range of climate smart agriculture practices and technologies to help smallholder farmers, especially women, adapt to climate change by improving land and water management practices. This program will also help to strengthen individual and community level capacity on adaptation and weather-related disaster risk reduction.

Canada's $20 million contribution to the Congo Basin Forest Fund provides support for the implementation of sustainable forest management projects and the promotion of conservation and sustainable management. The Congo Basin in Central Africa is home to one-quarter of the world's tropical forests. This vast area is critical for regional and global ecological services as it acts as a carbon sink and catchment basin. The Congo Basin countries are the home to nearly 100 million people, of which some of the world's poorest people, many of whom depend on the forest for their livelihoods.

The Least Developed Countries Fund (LDCF) addresses the urgent needs of the 49 least developed countries that are especially vulnerable to the impacts of climate change. The Fund supports the implementation of National Adaptation Programmes of Action on Climate Change (NAPAs) in these countries. Canada is the 5th largest donor to the LDCF.

Canada is contributing $200 million in fast-start financing to the Clean Technology Fund (CTF) of the Climate Investments Funds (with $100 million delivered in Canada's fical year 2011/12 and $100 million in 2012/13). The Climate Investment Funds are a pair of funds to help developing countries pilot low-emissions and climate-resilient development. Canada was already a leading contributor in the Pilot Program for Climate Resilience (PPCR) of the CIFs, with $100M provided as a grant over 2008/09-2009/10. The CTF promotes scaled-up financing for demonstration, deployment and transfer of low-carbon technologies with significant potential for long-term greenhouse gas emissions savings. Consistent with a decision of the CIF Board, Canada's contribution to the CTF will support the investment plans of projects in Chile, Nigeria and India.

Supporting scaled-up financing for the demonstration, deployment and transfer of low-carbon technologies: The CTF Trust Fund Committee committed these and other recent contributions to the investment plans of Chile, India and Nigeria. Final disbursements of resources to these and other plans will depend on the roll-out of the CTF project pipeline; Approved to date; Funding: 200.00

Support for the implementation of enhanced action on mitigation by developing country Parties under the Cancun Agreements, including support to African countries experts on preparation of national appropriate mitigation actions.

The CMCI innovation platform will provide a forum whereby specific government proposals and ideas for using the UK's International Climate Fund (ICF) to mobilise private finance into low carbon, climate friendly solutions can be tested with CMCI participants. The objective is to:
- encourage constructive challenge and feedback that can be directly used to refine and strengthen ICF projects at the design stage
- enhance understanding amongst CMCI participants of the priorities, objectives and constraints associated with ICF funding
- provide updates on government funding decisions and climate finance policy positions

Scope possible support to provide poor people and communities across sub-Saharan Africa with access to international carbon finance. In particular the Programme should demonstrate how poor communities can use carbon markets to benefit from cost-effective

Scope possible support to provide poor people and communities across sub-Saharan Africa with access to international carbon finance. In particular the Programme should demonstrate how poor communities can use carbon markets to benefit from cost-effective

GFSE conference on energy between Danube and Caucasus - the role of renewable energy and energy efficiency as a key issue for economic development. Support is offiered for the participation of developing country representatives.

Supporting Brazil's effort to improve deforestation monitoring in Congo Basin countries by developing technical solutions for distributing Brazilian satellite data, and sharing lessons on how satellite date can be used to inform policy.

South African Development Community Multi-Cultural Agricultural Productivity Programme (SADC/MAPP) Pre implementation phase; To contribute to the development of a multi-country agriculture productivity programme in Southern Africa

GFSE conference on energy between Danube and Caucasus - the role of renewable energy and energy efficiency as a key issue for economic development. Support is offiered for the participation of developing country representatives.

1 Note for European Union. In some cases information is only a sample of projects that has been made available, thus the individual figures do not necessarily add up to the sum total made available by a specific Member State.